Vascular Surgery at Magee-Womens Hospital

Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC’s Vascular Surgery program provides the women and men of our region convenient access to a full spectrum of vascular and endovascular surgery services, as well as other artery and vein services.

Reasons to See a Vascular Surgeon

Referrals to a vascular surgeon usually are made through a patient's primary care physician and are based on indications of or risk factors for common vascular ailments, such as:

Leg artery blockages which can cause pain with walking

Strokes or mini-strokes (Transient ischemic attack)

Varicose veins

Persistent foot sores in patients with vascular disease or diabetes

Conditions We Treat

In a welcoming and convenient setting, we offer consultations, second opinions, and diagnosis and treatment of numerous conditions, including:

Aneurysms (localized, blood-filled bulge in a blood vessel)

Carotid stenosis (narrowing of the neck artery)

Leg ischemia (lack of blood and oxygen to the legs)

Leg ulcers (wound due to improper functioning of leg veins)

Varicose veins (enlarged and twisted veins)

Dialysis (blood filtration) access needs

Our Services

The vascular surgery program at Magee offers patients a comprehensive blend of services to bring relief for the conditions listed above. Surgery options include:

For help in finding a doctor or health service that suits your needs, call the UPMC Referral Service at 412-647-UPMC (8762) or 1-800-533-UPMC (8762). Select option 1.

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